In collaboration with 670 The Score, Stand Up To Cancer (SU2C), and American Airlines, the Chicago Cubs will be hosting “Cubs for a Cure.” This initiative aims to raise funds for cancer research through various events such as a radiothon, an auction of game-used gear, and a special Cubs Charities 50/50 Raffle with a guaranteed jackpot. The culmination of this effort will be during the Cubs’ game against the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday, August 17th.
“Cubs for a Cure is the evolution of an event we held last year in honor of Lin Brehmer who passed away from cancer,” said Cubs President of Business Operations Crane Kenney in a release. “Unfortunately, Lin’s story is all too common. We all know someone who has been impacted by cancer, so together with our friends at Audacy, Stand Up To Cancer and American Airlines, the Cubs are committed to doing our part. We hope fans join us for Cubs for a Cure and help raise funds to fight this devastating disease.”
Prior to the event, 670 The Score will host a 24-hour radiothon from 10 a.m. CT Thursday, August 15, through 10 a.m. CT Friday, August 16, where listeners can donate to the cause with 100% of the proceeds benefiting cancer research. Cubs players and other VIP guests will take part in the radiothon.
“It’s an honor to host a 24-hour radiothon in partnership with the Cubs,” said 670 The Score host Danny Parkins. “Fundraising for cancer research is a passion of mine as a tribute to my brother Brad who passed away from brain cancer. I look forward to raising money in his honor and for everyone who faces this terrible disease.”
“The goal is to raise as much money as possible for research and to find a cure,” said 670 The Score Vice President of Programming Mitch Rosen. “To partner with an iconic organization like the Cubs, in conjunction with the power of The Score’s audience, should make Cubs for a Cure a great success.”
